The Melt Experience - Part 1

Tasting chocolate for pleasure is a journey of discovery, a most enjoyable way to explore your own palate and preferences. No two people taste flavors or even experience textures in the same way; you will be amazed at the different responses you will find among a group of tasters.

In the past when you’ve eaten a piece of chocolate you’ve probably thought to yourself either “that’s pretty good,” or “I don’t especially like it.” Chocolate tasting is all about paying attention to the special nuances of different chocolates in ways you probably haven’t considered before.

Don’t worry. There’s no “right, or wrong” taste. The best chocolate is the one you like. In fact, no two people perceive aroma or taste flavors exactly the same way. Even the perception of texture —whether something is smooth and creamy or slightly gritty — differs from one palate to another. Your individual chocolate palate also evolves and sharpens over time with experience. Each taster should look for, notice, and describe what pleases them personally in the chocolates they taste, and what displeases them, as well.

To taste and appreciate chocolate, engage all of your senses.